This course is an overview of network and communications using the internet and LAN, WAN and MAN configurations. This class will stress TCP/IP in relation to the OSI model. Hubs, switches, and NIC’s will be configured and tested. Students will be required to perform both out-of class and in-class homework using Windows NT, Windows 2000 and Unix computers. Students will be required to install and set-up software on a network. Some work will be performed in teams.